Over months of heavy usage, the analog dials on the Gordak 952 may drift out of alignment with the actual temperatures produced at the tips. Required Tools

: When turned off, the pump continues to run until the temperature drops below 100°C (or 50°C on some models). Do not unplug the machine while the cooling cycle is active to prevent damage to the heating element. Maintenance & Repair

Unplug the unit. Discharge the main capacitors (usually 200V, 470µF). The service manual’s first page always warns: Dangerous voltages present.

Broken heating element or fractured wiring in the iron handle.